Respite Care in Star Valley, AZ
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Respite Care in Star Valley, AZ: the local picture
Most older adults in Star Valley live with someone: 62% of residents 65 and older in households do. When one of them needs care, the person they live with usually provides most of it, and respite is what keeps that sustainable.
About 300 Star Valley residents aged 65 or older report a disability (26%) (38% in Gila County). Many of them rely on a spouse or adult child day to day.
Medicare lists 9 hospices serving Star Valley ZIP codes. For someone on hospice, Medicare also covers short inpatient respite stays so the family caregiver can rest.
Star Valley compared with Gila County and Arizona
| Census figure | Star Valley | Gila County | Arizona |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 26% | 38% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 38% | 29% | 25% |
| Residents 65 or older | 46% | 31% | 19% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.2% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.7% | 11% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 0.9% | 6.4% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $38,750 | $51,828 | — |
Older residents in towns around Star Valley
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Payson, AZ | 5.7 mi | 6,595 | 31% |
| Heber-Overgaard, AZ | 39 mi | 891 | 34% |
| Camp Verde, AZ | 42 mi | 3,403 | 29% |
| Lake Montezuma, AZ | 42 mi | 2,059 | 18% |
| Village of Oak Creek, AZ | 48 mi | 3,865 | 24% |
| Carefree, AZ | 50 mi | 1,817 | 11% |
Hospices serving Star Valley
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospice Compassus-Payson | Payson, AZ | 4.5 mi | (928) 472-6340 |
| Hospice Of Payson, LLC | Payson, AZ | 4.5 mi | (928) 474-2415 |
| Arizona Care Hospice | Fountain Hills, AZ | 53 mi | (480) 588-8200 |
| Savior Hospice | Phoenix, AZ | 65 mi | (480) 320-4733 |
| Arizona Life Hospice | Mesa, AZ | 66 mi | (480) 708-0829 |
Nursing homes near Star Valley (ask about short stays)
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payson Care Center | Payson, AZ | 5.9 mi | 2 of 5 | 163 | (928) 474-6896 |
| Rim Country Health & Retirement Community | Payson, AZ | 6.3 mi | 2 of 5 | 109 | (928) 474-1120 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Star Valley. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a respite caregiver can help with
- Taking over the usual routine while you are away
- Meals, medication reminders and personal care
- Company and activities
- Overnight cover for a weekend or a trip
What respite care costs in Star Valley
At the Arizona median aide wage of $17.51 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 47% of the $3,229 monthly median income of Star Valley households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arizona's minimum wage is $15.15 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see ALTCS family caregiver rules: how to get paid to care for a family member in Arizona.
What to know before hiring a respite caregiver
Family caregivers carry most long-term care in the U.S., and burnout is a common reason a home arrangement breaks down. The federal National Family Caregiver Support Program funds respite through local Area Agencies on Aging, and the ARCH National Respite Locator lists respite programs by state.
Questions worth asking: Can you do a short paid visit first, while I am home? Are you available at short notice if I am ill? Can you stay overnight, and what do you charge for it? More in our respite care guide.
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Respite Care in Star Valley: common questions
Which hospices serve Star Valley?
Medicare lists 9 hospices for Star Valley ZIP codes, including Hospice Compassus-Payson, Hospice Of Payson, LLC, Arizona Care Hospice.
How much does respite care cost in Star Valley?
At the Arizona median aide wage of $17.51 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 47% of the $3,229 monthly median income of Star Valley households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arizona's minimum wage is $15.15 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Does Medicaid or Medicare pay for respite care?
Medicare pays for short inpatient respite stays only for people on its hospice benefit (Medicare.gov); the hospices on this page serve Star Valley. Many state Medicaid home and community-based programs, veterans’ programs and the National Family Caregiver Support Program fund respite. Our guide ALTCS family caregiver rules: how to get paid to care for a family member in Arizona covers Arizona.
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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